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Chamisa promises to unleash a new political wave in 2025
Former opposition leader Nelson Chamisa has hinted at a significant political resurgence in 2025, promising a transformative "new beginning" for Zimbabwe. Speaking at an end-of-year charity dinner in ...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 21:19hrs | 912 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans will always suffer as long as we rely on politicians for change
Over the past two and a half decades, the country has faced unprecedented economic challenges, from record-breaking hyperinflation and extreme poverty to massive deindustrialization and soaring unempl...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 12:41hrs | 212 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Is Strive Masiyiwa less appreciated at home?
Zimbabwean telecoms mogul and philanthropist Strive Masiyiwa continues to receive global accolades for his contributions to Africa's telecommunications industry and his philanthropy. On December 10, 2...Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 07:37hrs | 2607 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa donates over two tonnes of rice to Bulawayo care homes
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has brought early Christmas cheer to vulnerable members of the Bulawayo community, donating over two tonnes of rice to 20 care homes in the city.The donation, hand...Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 15:57hrs | 277 | by Staff reporter
Winky D bought Holy Ten 2 bottles of Gin, pizza on recording Ibotso
Almost two years after the release of Ibotso, Winky D's hard-hitting ZimDancehall track that featured Zanu-PF-aligned rapper Holy Ten, the artists have finally addressed the storm caused by the song, ...Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 07:11hrs | 1892 | by Staff reporter
Obert Dube appointed Zimbabwe Director for PLO Lumumba Foundation
Celebrated poet Obert Dube has been named the Zimbabwe director for The PLO Lumumba Foundation, a prominent mentorship and nonprofit organization with a footprint across 38 African countries and 10 in...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 11:50hrs | 1566 | by Staff reporter
Law firm disqualified over conflict of interest in mining dispute
The High Court has disqualified Mudimu Law Chambers from representing Huzodi Investments Private Limited in a mining dispute, citing a conflict of interest involving the firm's senior partner, Mr. Mud...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:42hrs | 131 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's education sector saddled with billions in debt
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education in Zimbabwe is grappling with significant financial challenges, with debts running into billions of Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, revealing the deepenin...Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 06:39hrs | 282 | by Staff reporter
It's time real patriotic Zimbabweans stood up against the destruction of their country
It never rains but pours for the people of Zimbabwe.This month, the Zimbabwean government failed to pay its civil servants their full salaries-a disgraceful development that underscores the de...Published: 28 Nov 2024 at 15:12hrs | 161 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Foundations continue donating to less privileged
The Mutumwa St John Foundation Trust (MSJFT) and Sydney Mabhiza Foundation have recently fundraised and donate an assortment of goods and money to the less priviledged members of society.Speak...Published: 26 Nov 2024 at 21:58hrs | 230 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Is Auxillia Mnangagwa's 'philanthropic work' confirmation of her husband's abysmal failures to govern Zimbabwe?
Two days ago, Zimbabwe's First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from the Midlands State University (MSU).This ac...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:54hrs | 136 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Smelly uplifts orphans
Gweru-based businesswoman and philanthropist, Smelly Dube, has refurbished an early childhood development (ECD) classroom block for orphaned children in the Midlands capital. The classroom block, esta...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:32hrs | 179 | by Staff reporter
Sandra Ndebele donates books to boost education
Renowned artist and Bulawayo Ward 20 councillor, Sandra Ndebele-Sibindi, has embarked on a transformative mission to enhance educational opportunities for students in her community. Over the past...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 14:35hrs | 356 | by Staff reporter
Underfunding sinks Zimbabwe school projects
Government-funded school projects are progressing at a snail's pace, with many targets missed due to insufficient funding from Treasury, according to a Parliamentary Portfolio Committee report. The re...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:50hrs | 65 | by Staff reporter
TTI Boss Lizwe Mabuza: The Philanthropic Visionary Driving Bulawayo's Social Responsibility Agenda
In an era where corporate social responsibility (CSR) is often reduced to buzzwords and token gestures, one man stands as a testament to genuine commitment towards community upliftment. Lizwe Mabuza, ...Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 20:08hrs | 3594 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Betty Nhambu-Kaseke, Tavengwa and Tzu Chi rescue Kuwadzana
There were early Christmas donations and distribution this Friday in Harare's Kuwadzana and Highfields suburbs when Betty Nhambu-Kaseke (Founder President...Published: 15 Nov 2024 at 22:27hrs | 904 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Another State-assisted funeral
Archbishop Loveless Matarirano Manhango, founder of the Bethesda Apostolic Church and a committed nation builder who played a significant role in Zimbabwe's liberation struggle and agrarian reform, wi...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:24hrs | 257 | by Staff reporter
ZIMPHAC holds youth seminar on Social Media influence
Zimbabwe Partner Help A Child last weekend held a seminar to educate the youth on leadership, drug abuse and correct use of social media....Published: 13 Nov 2024 at 06:09hrs | 213 | by Stephen Jakes
Why are Zimbabweans such a selfish lot?
Zimbabwe, once heralded as the "breadbasket of Africa," is now a country struggling under the weight of political mismanagement, corruption, and economic collapse. As citizens face ever-deepen...Published: 12 Nov 2024 at 20:44hrs | 634 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe ministers convicted for borrowing delinquency
Public Service Minister July Moyo and Higher and Tertiary Education Minister Fredrick Shava have been ordered by the High Court to repay a staggering ZWG206,370,840, which was borrowed from critical s...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 16:37hrs | 5817 | by Staff reporter
ZAA Founder on Diaspora, ZIG, Xenophobia and Julius Malema
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit."Aristotle's age-old dictum has been used and sometimes abused to the point of cliché.But whatever truth; b...Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 13:02hrs | 564 | by Staff Reporter
Zesa secures 600MW utility batteries
In a significant move to address persistent power outages affecting the region, the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (ZESA) is actively procuring large utility batteries that will bolster the nat...Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 12:40hrs | 239 | by Staff reporter
Dudu to perform at Diplomatic Charity Bazaar
This Saturday, renowned jazz singer Dudu Manhenga will take the stage at the Diplomatic Charity Bazaar, hosted by the Diplomatic Spouses Association (DSA) at Old Georgians Sports Club in Mt Pleasant, ...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 14:19hrs | 184 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe war veterans demand halt on land sales
A faction of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) has strongly opposed the government's recent decision to allow beneficiaries of the land reform program to sell or trans...Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 18:17hrs | 1856 | by Staff reporter
Collen Malatji issues fiery warning to Ramaphosa
In a passionate and defiant address during a march from Luthuli House to the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) in Sandton, African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) President Collen Malatji deliv...Published: 11 Oct 2024 at 17:17hrs | 651 | by Staff reporter
It's time African leaders were barred from foreign medical care!
So, the people of Cameroon have no idea where their president is. Paul Biya, who is now the oldest head of state in the world, at 91 years old, has not been seen in public for the past three m...Published: 09 Oct 2024 at 10:51hrs | 1106 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Chiwenga's wife attends Amhlophe High's 40th anniversary
Amhlophe High School marked a momentous occasion today as it held its annual speech and prize-giving ceremony, coinciding with the celebration of its 40th anniversary. The event, graced by Colonel Min...Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 15:23hrs | 6757 | by Staff reporter
Africa is full of contradictions; Qwabe twins are still VIRGINS at 26 years!
Seeing their photo on Bulawayo24 today, I wonder what is cultural, and traditional about these twins? This photo shoot looks like big German barbies on sale. There is nothing that tells me that these ...Published: 21 Sep 2024 at 11:01hrs | 2916 | by Nomazulu Thata
Treasury defaults on $6,4m BEAM debt, students risk missing out on exams
More than 532,000 students risk missing out on their final examinations this year after the government's Basic Education Assistance Module (BEAM) debt to the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMS...Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 11:18hrs | 310 | by Staff reporter
Mwonzora slams Zanu-PF's obsession with ED2030
Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) leader Douglas Mwonzora has criticized the ruling Zanu-PF party for prioritizing President Emmerson Mnangagwa's extended rule over addressing the severe challenges...Published: 14 Sep 2024 at 12:30hrs | 416 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe must copy China's Common Prosperity development model
ZIMBABWE has always regarded China as a friend and there is a need for the southern African investment-starved nation to copy the Asian giant country's common prosperity development model, which has s...Published: 17 Aug 2024 at 12:46hrs | 105 | by Silas Nkala
Mpofu, Chimombe US$7.7m goat scam trial set for October
THE trial of Harare businessmen, Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu, who are facing US$7,7 million fraud charges emanating from the Presidential Goats Scheme, has been set for October 1 to 4 at the High Co...Published: 09 Aug 2024 at 07:55hrs | 270 | by Staff reportrer
Zimbabwe military offer free medical support to Tsholotsho
When approached by a man in military uniform at her local hospital on Tuesday afternoon asking how he could help, Mrs Simayedwa Mnkandla of Sipepa area in Tsholotsho was taken aback .By her ow...Published: 09 Aug 2024 at 07:30hrs | 113 | by Staff reporter
Former UZ lecturer assists underprivileged students
The University of Zimbabwe's engineering department is experiencing a positive transformation thanks to educational grants from Dr. Peter Ward and his family. The Ward Engineering Science Trus...Published: 04 Aug 2024 at 13:57hrs | 165 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa regime knows can't shoot people in front of regional leaders!
Why has the President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa regime, of late, intensified its crackdown on gatherings? What are they so terrified of?...Published: 26 Jul 2024 at 05:11hrs | 439 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
3rd Canada-Africa Business Conference to take place from October 15-16 in Harare, Zimbabwe
TORONTO, Canada - Members and guests of The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business (www.CanadaAfrica.ca) are invited to the Canada-Africa Business Conference in Harare. The two-day program will once again ...Published: 24 Jul 2024 at 11:26hrs | 272 | by APO
Chivayo says 'leaked' social media screenshots are fake
Social media personality Wicknell Chivayo, known for his opulent lifestyle and donations to individuals linked to the ruling Zanu-PF party, has addressed allegations about leaked screenshots of his pr...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 16:24hrs | 1994 | by Staff reporter
Allow all Zimbabweans to import vehicles DUTY FREE your current policy is discriminatory
Zimbabwe, a country grappling with economic challenges, has recently made headlines with a policy decision that has sparked both debate and controversy. The government has partially lifted the ban on ...Published: 16 Jul 2024 at 20:58hrs | 947 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
'Zacc, Parly must probe Beam funds abuse'
A social justice group has called for investigations by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission and Parliament into alleged mismanagement and misuse of funds meant for the Basic Education Assistance M...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 07:52hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
BPRA launches funeral cover for residents
The Bulawayo Progressive Residents Association (BPRA) has elected a new board and launched a low-cost funeral cover, Uhlelo Lwezakhamizi Funeral Cover, aimed at underprivileged members of society. Thi...Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 05:51hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police arrest 7 political activists
Five members of the National Democratic Working Group (NDWG) led by Job Sikhala have been arrested in Harare in what appears to be a national crackdown on the opposition amid claims that they are atte...Published: 30 Jun 2024 at 18:38hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Chimombe, Mpofu spend weekend in jail
Harare businessmen Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu, accused of defrauding the Government of US$7 million intended for the Presidential Goat Scheme, will remain in remand prison over the weekend as their...Published: 30 Jun 2024 at 18:16hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Chimombe, Mpofu remanded in custody for a second day
ZANU-PF central committee member Mike Chimombe and alleged accomplice Moses Mpofu, who face US$7 million fraud charges over the Presidential Goat Scheme, were remanded in custody for a second day afte...Published: 27 Jun 2024 at 15:47hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
ZACC to summon Chimombe, Mpofu later
Harare businessmen Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu, along with their legal representatives, visited the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) offices for investigatory interviews but were not ...Published: 25 Jun 2024 at 10:42hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
White-led DA party seal South Africa unity pact with ANC
The African National Congress and its largest rival, the white-led, pro-business Democratic Alliance, agreed on Friday to work together in South Africa's new government of national unity, a step chang...Published: 15 Jun 2024 at 13:32hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo cornered
Wicknell Chivayo, embroiled in controversy over an alleged audio recording, faced backlash from Zanu-PF and government officials after claims surfaced that he had undue influence over President Emmers...Published: 13 Jun 2024 at 07:04hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo leverages proximity to power to make a fortune
AS flamboyant Zimbabwean tycoon Wicknell Chivayo splurges money on an imposing mansion and donates cars to selected individuals weeks on end, while also making cash donations, questions abound as to w...Published: 19 May 2024 at 11:53hrs | | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo attracts US$135m investment
BULAWAYO has to date attracted investment worth US$135 million in the manufacturing sector, which has seen the creation of more than 33 000 direct jobs, with the Government revealing that the city is ...Published: 19 May 2024 at 10:49hrs | 20 | by Staff reporter
FULL TEXT: Job Sikhala speech at the UN Geneva Summit
Iwant to greet you, honorable guests of this important summit for Human Rights and Democracy, from all the four corners of the world. I am Job Sikala, the surviving political prisoner from Zimbabwe. I...Published: 17 May 2024 at 16:38hrs | 41 | by Jo Sikhala
Pumula residents, Chinese miner clash over noise
RESIDENTS of Bulawayo's Pumula North suburb are up in arms against a Chinese quarry mining company for noise pollution as well as destroying road infrastructure in the suburb.Some commuter omn...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:55hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
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